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MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n I have previously enjoyed many of Jody Hedlund’s historical novels but somehow missed reading the first two novels of this series. Fortunately “For Love and Honor” was well able to stand on its own without background details from the previous novels. But of course I now want to read those also!<\/p>\n “For Love and Honor” is a beautifully written story that absolutely lives up to its title. Its medieval setting, complete with castles, is populated with gallant knights and proper ladies and features Lady Sabine and Sir Bennet who are the subjects of an attempted arranged marriage. Bennet must quickly marry a woman with enough wealth to save his family home. Sabine has little hope of marriage due to an unsightly blemish that repels at best and could cause her to be branded as a witch at worst. With both of them reluctant to marry they surprisingly find themselves perfectly suited. Can they overcome all the obstacles that threaten them to find a forever love?<\/p>\n I liked everything about this book. The plot had a fairytale quality yet was so much more. While often serious in nature, witty dialogue\u00a0 that added to my enjoyment was scattered throughout. A lovely story of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, and redemption, “For Love and Honor” is woven with a strong thread of faith. It is a wonderful YA novel that I can truthfully recommend to all who enjoy this type fiction, young or old.<\/p>\n I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book that was provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n Click to purchase<\/strong><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n Lady Sabine is harboring a skin blemish, one, that if revealed, could cause her to be branded as a witch, put her life in danger, and damage her chances of making a good marriage. After all, what nobleman would want to marry a woman so flawed?<\/p>\n Sir Bennet is returning home to protect his family from an imminent attack by neighboring lords who seek repayment of debts. Without fortune or means to pay those debts, Sir Bennet realizes his only option is to make a marriage match with a wealthy noblewoman. As a man of honor, he loathes the idea of courting a woman for her money, but with time running out for his family\u2019s safety, what other choice does he have?<\/p>\n As Lady Sabine and Sir Bennet are thrust together under dangerous circumstances, will they both be able to learn to trust each other enough to share their deepest secrets? Or will those secrets ultimately lead to their demise?<\/p>\n To purchase your copy, click here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n GUEST POST FROM JODY HEDLUND:<\/strong><\/p>\n Is Chivalry on the Brink of Extinction?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n By Jody Hedlund<\/p>\n With the release of Fifty Shades of Grey<\/em> movie and its popularity, I can\u2019t help but wonder about the long-term consequences that such ideology will have on how people view relationships.<\/p>\n Already, too many couples struggle to maintain happy, healthy relationships. In fact, it\u2019s become almost a weekly occurrence to get news of another friend or acquaintance who is dealing with a spouse cheating or leaving.<\/p>\n Mutual respect, loyalty, honor, and self-sacrifice have become out-dated, forgotten, or tossed aside in place of short-term pleasure that often leaves people feeling hollow and empty.<\/p>\n I honestly can\u2019t help wondering where chivalry has gone, and not just the man-doting-on-the-woman chivalry. But mutual chivalry, the kind where each person in the relationship puts the other in high esteem, uplifts them, and makes a concerted effort to protect and cherish (both emotionally and physically).<\/p>\n Has chivalry become antiquated in our modern society? And even if it has, should it be outdated and on the brink of extinction? Should we be making more of an effort to reclaim mutual respect in relationships?<\/p>\n The kind of respect that does things for someone with no thought of getting anything in return.<\/p>\n The kind of respect that is graciously honest about problems instead of sneaking around and being unfaithful.<\/p>\n The kind of respect that is willing to sacrifice and see the needs of others instead of demanding our way and our own needs be met first.<\/p>\n As my teenage children enter into dating relationships, I worry about the influence of movies like Fifty Shades of Grey<\/em>. I worry that they\u2019ll see dysfunction as the norm. I worry that they\u2019ll settle for a lot less than they should in their relationships. I worry that they won\u2019t even know the meaning of chivalry.<\/p>\n Of course, we\u2019re having candid conversations about all of these issues. Of course, my husband and I attempt to model mutual respect. And of course, I\u2019m praying my teens work on growing their own character so that they can be strong and ready for whatever they might face.<\/p>\n But one of the things I\u2019ve done over the past couple of years is write a young adult (YA) series that is aimed at some of these very issues The third book, FOR LOVE & HONOR, just released this spring (and can be read as a stand-alone). Since the story is set in medieval times amidst castles, knights, and ladies, chivalry is already a huge part of that era.<\/p>\n More than giving readers a glimpse of chivalry, however, I hope the book sparks some discussion about what it means to have healthy, respectful relationships. The book contains reader questions at the end that youth groups, moms and daughters, or friends can use together.<\/p>\n It\u2019s not just another dating book. Instead it\u2019s a fun and entertaining story that can hopefully facilitate discussion regarding what it means to truly demonstrate chivalry in our relationships.<\/p>\n So what do YOU think? Is chivalry on the brink of extinction? 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\n<\/a>Jody Hedlund<\/strong> is a best-selling and award-winning author who loves fairy-tales and happily-ever-afters. She makes her home in Midland, MI with her husband and five teen-aged children. When she\u2019s not writing another of her page-turning stories, you can usually find her sipping coffee, eating chocolate, and reading.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n